Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant Opportunities

Full-Time | Locations: Newark, DE · Wilmington, DE · Middletown, DE · Elkton, MD
ChristianaCare | Emergency Medicine

ChristianaCare is currently seeking full-time Physician Assistants  — to join our high-performing Emergency Medicine team across four state-of-the-art Emergency Departments in Delaware and Maryland.

About the Role

As a member of ChristianaCare’s Emergency Medicine team, you will deliver exceptional care to a diverse patient population across our four EDs:

• Christiana Hospital (Level I Trauma Center)
• Wilmington Hospital
• Middletown Free-standing ED
• Union Hospital in Elkton, MD

Physician Assistants in these roles will:

• Evaluate and treat patients with varying acuity in both fast track and core ED settings.
• Work closely with ED physicians, who provide continuous clinical support.
• Perform advanced procedures including wound repair, suturing, splinting, I&Ds, and more (PAs).
• Operate with a high degree of autonomy while working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting.

Schedule & Commitment

• Full-time: 32 hours per week
• Minimum: 1,504 work hours annually

Why Choose ChristianaCare?

• ChristianaCare’s EDs collectively serve over 225,000 patients annually
• Christiana Hospital ranks among the top 25 busiest emergency departments in the U.S.
• Delaware’s only Level I Trauma Center serving both adults and children
• Named to Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity & Inclusion
• Recipient of Healthgrades America's 50 Best Hospitals Award

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Productivity and quality incentive bonuses
• Earning potential of $95+ per hour (for PAs)
• Eligible for Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• 403(b), 457(b), and Defined Contribution Retirement Plans
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Fully paid malpractice insurance
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Robust wellness program with fitness and membership discounts

Qualifications

Physician Assistant Candidates:

• Graduate from an accredited PA program
• NCCPA Board Certification
• Completion of an Emergency Medicine internship or demonstrated EM experience
• Minimum 2 years of emergency medicine experience preferred
• Proficiency in advanced ED procedures (suturing, I&Ds, splinting, arthrocentesis, etc.)
• Licensed or eligible in Delaware and Maryland

Join a Team that Cares with Excellence and Love

At ChristianaCare, you’ll be part of a mission-driven, forward-thinking organization that values innovation, diversity, and continuous learning. Whether you’re an experienced PA or a skilled NP with emergency medicine expertise, this is your chance to join a nationally recognized health system delivering high-quality emergency care to the communities we serve.

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